Sourcing & Contracts Associate — Hybrid (Entry‑Level)

Vizient, Inc.; Irving (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a procurement support professional to assist with contract drafting, redlining, and negotiation preparation. You will gather data, help prepare RFPs, coordinate supplier meetings, and maintain sourcing documentation under guidance from senior team members and Legal.

This hybrid role requires three days in the office in Irving, TX, with travel as needed. The ideal candidate has strong analytical, communication, and Microsoft Office skills, and an interest in contract

Qualifications

• Relevant degree preferred in business, supply chain, legal studies, healthcare administration, or related field.
• No prior experience required.
• Interest in contract review, sourcing, negotiation, or supply chain.
• Strong analytical and communication abilities with organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract drafting, redlining, and document preparation under guidance.
• Support negotiation preparation by organizing materials and summarizing information.
• Gather data and basic market insights to support sourcing strategy.
• Assist in creating and distributing RFPs and collecting supplier responses.
• Coordinate scheduling for supplier meetings and internal discussions.
• Maintain sourcing documentation, workflows, and templates.
• Support contract maintenance with updates and tracking changes.
• Prepare meeting materials, take notes, and track next steps.
• Provide general administrative and project support across sourcing activities.
• Build communication and relationship-management skills with suppliers and internal partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vizient, Inc. is seeking a procurement support professional to assist with contract drafting, redlining, and negotiation preparation. You will gather data, help prepare RFPs, coordinate supplier meetings, and maintain sourcing documentation under guidance from senior team members and Legal.

This hybrid role requires three days in the office in Irving, TX, with travel as needed. The ideal candidate has strong analytical, communication, and Microsoft Office skills, and an interest in contract